50 delicious dinner time recipes

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September 23, 2021
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50 delicious dinner time recipes

The National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association reports that as of August 2023, 81% of Americans now prepare more than half of their meals at home. And online videos continue to inspire at-home chefs—the same NFRA survey found that 54% of consumers say they've learned more about cooking from Instagram and TikTok.

Many people choose to cook their own meals to eat healthier and save money on often-pricey restaurant dining. In the U.S., the increased demand for at-home meal prep subscriptions like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh! as well as the growing prevalence of grocery delivery underscore consumer interest in prepping meals themselves. 

Of all meals, dinner is perhaps the one most likely to feel boring after too much repetition, and the dinnertime rut is real for many of us. To help diversify things, Stacker compiled a list of 50 dinner recipes from Allrecipes. Many of these dishes require just a few pantry staples and fresh produce. Keep reading to discover some new recipes to mix up your nightly routine.

Chicken, Apple, and Brussels Sprout Sheet Pan Dinner

- Rating: 4.3/5 (31 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 40 minutes
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 chicken thighs
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Tennessee Meatloaf

- Rating: 4.6/5 (160 reviews)
- Prep time: 40 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour
- Additional time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 2 9x5-inch loaves
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

Tasty Baked Mac n Cheese

- Rating: 4.5/5 (190 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Paleo Pecan-Maple Salmon

- Rating: 4.5/5 (103 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Additional time: 2 hours
- Total time: 2 hours 27 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Stuffed Peppers My Way

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,354 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 40 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Lemon Chicken Tenders

- Rating: 4.1/5 (355 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Smothered Pork Chops

- Rating: 4.7/5 (875 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 55 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Kim's Lasagna

- Rating: 4.7/5 (117 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Additional time: 45 minutes
- Total time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 9x13-inch pan
- Number of ingredients: 24
- Read more about the recipe here

Pork and Pepper Stir Fry

- Rating: 4.6/5 (118 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Additional time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole

- Rating: 3.8/5 (144 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 55 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Meatloaf

- Rating: 4.6/5 (9,146 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour
- Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

World's Best Lasagna

- Rating: 4.8/5 (20,480 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Additional time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 20
- Read more about the recipe here

Classic Meatloaf

- Rating: 4.6/5 (636 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 meatloaf
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

Cast Iron Pan-Seared Steak (Oven-Finished)

- Rating: 4.4/5 (62 reviews)
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Additional time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 22 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 steaks
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Teriyaki Chicken

- Rating: 4.7/5 (7,814 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour
- Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Dumplings

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,710 reviews)
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 dumplings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork

- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,178 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 5 hours
- Total time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 sandwiches
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Juicy Roasted Chicken

- Rating: 4.7/5 (4,128 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Additional time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Chicken Schnitzel

- Rating: 4.5/5 (296 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Perfect Chicken

- Rating: 4.6/5 (485 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Chicken Parmesan

- Rating: 4.8/5 (4,783 reviews)
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Additional time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Aussie Chicken

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,033 reviews)
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Additional time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Homemade Mac and Cheese

- Rating: 4.3/5 (2,737 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Fried Rice Restaurant Style

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,635 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Hawaii Chicken

- Rating: 4.1/5 (91 reviews)
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Parmesan-Crusted Shrimp Scampi with Pasta

- Rating: 4.4/5 (195 reviews)
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Simple Macaroni and Cheese

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,038 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Low-Carb Stuffed Peppers

- Rating: 4.3/5 (37 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 50 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 stuffed peppers
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Gourmet Mushroom Risotto

- Rating: 4.8/5 (3,577 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Broccoli Chicken Casserole I

- Rating: 4.2/5 (973 reviews)
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Roasted Pork Loin

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,392 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour
- Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

To Die For Fettuccine Alfredo

- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,306 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders

- Rating: 4.6/5 (27 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Italian Meatballs

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,376 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Additional time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 30
- Yield: 30 meatballs
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Salmon Patties I

- Rating: 4.6/5 (923 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Michele's Ground Beef Casserole

- Rating: 4.5/5 (89 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Chicken Cordon Bleu I

- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,700 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs

- Rating: 4.6/5 (901 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Additional time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 1 rib rack
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

- Rating: 4.7/5 (482 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 22 minutes
- Total time: 32 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Hamburger Steak with Onions and Gravy

- Rating: 4.6/5 (4,352 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,575 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Additional time: 4 hours
- Total time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Chinese Pepper Steak

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,032 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Manhattan Filet with Pan Sauce Bordelaise

- Rating: 4.7/5 (48 reviews)
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Additional time: 8 hours
- Total time: 8 hours 45 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Copycat McRib® Sandwich

- Rating: 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Additional time: 8 hours
- Total time: 11 hours
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 large sandwiches
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Hamburger Potato Casserole

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1,498 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hour
- Additional time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,438 reviews)
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 3 hours 5 minutes
- Additional time: 8 hours
- Total time: 11 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

The Best Meatballs

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,641 reviews)
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Mexican Casserole

- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,720 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Quick Beef Stir-Fry

- Rating: 4.4/5 (428 reviews)
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Baked Ziti I

- Rating: 4.7/5 (8,798 reviews)
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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